Tensions Between the US and Middle East
The U.S continues to have terrifyingly high tensions with many countries in the Middle East. The U.S has been attacked from multiple fronts within the past couple of months. However, these attacks have not been as serious, but have still been quite scary for America as a whole. Many citizens of America continue to wonder if there will be a future conflict that can involve the world, and can lead to massive destruction. However, the U.S is trying their best to avoid further conflict, but at times like these, it is very difficult.
U.S Confuses Enemy Drone with Friendly Drone, Kills 3 Soldiers
Three U.S soldiers have unfortunately lost their lives due to a drone that crashed into Tower 22 in the early morning hours. This drone was confused for a friendly drone, as one was arriving at the exact time the enemy drone entered the air space. Additionally, what benefited the enemy drone was that it was flying at a lower altitude.
This allowed it to surpass the airspace, and not get detected whatsoever. However, it is still being assessed who had sent this drone. However, many are coming to a consensus that this may have been an Iranian-backed drone. This could also be a form of retaliation, as the U.S has been attacking Houthis, who are allied with Iran, because they continue to cause chaos in and around the Red Sea.
The three Soldiers that lost their lives will surely be remembered because of their bravery and sacrifice for the United States of America.
The Future of These Tensions
Many hope that tensions de-escalate, as the last thing anyone wants is a war. A war brings complete destruction, and innocent civilians will lose their lives because of this. Therefore, it is imperative that something be done, a form of treaty, that can lower the tensions to protect those that live in America. However, the way things are currently heading, it seems that tensions will only continue to rise, and may later lead to something even more severe. A war is certainly avoidable, it’s whether or not political leaders choose that route.
Written by David Loran Jr
Sources:
CNN News: US identifies three soldiers killed in attack in Jordan
The Wall Street Journal: U.S. Failed to Stop Attack in Jordan After Mix-Up Over Drone Identity
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